Demining the reclaimed territories from Russian forces is a major challenge for Ukraine, as undocumented and chaotic mining practices seriously hinder clearance efforts.
Ukraine faces a monumental challenge in clearing mines due to the chaotic and undocumented practices of mining. Experts warn that the process could last up to a hundred years in some areas. This poses a serious and ongoing threat to civilians living in liberated areas.
According to Ukraine’s State Emergency Service, during the ongoing Russo Ukrainian war, Russian forces may have contaminated around 30% of Ukraine’s land, or 174,000 square kilometers with unexploded ordnance and mines.
In an interview with Ukrinform, Artem Yevtushenko (Commander of the Support Group with the Rubizh National Guard Regiment) sheds light on the situation.
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